After the Citroen C3 X, Basalt X and Aircross X, the carmaker introduced the 'X' series of updates to its entry-level EV, the eC3, in June 2026. Now called the Citroen eC3 X, most of the changes are cosmetic, along with some feature additions. The mechanicals remain unchanged, but Citroen engineers have managed to improve the claimed single-charge range. Read on as we break down the changes in detail.
2026 Citroen eC3 X vs old model: Exterior design
New projector LED headlights replace the halogen units, while the side indicators have moved from the fenders to the outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs), which are now electrically foldable. The design for the 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels is unchanged, while the other carried over bits include a Chevron logo that flows neatly across the front splitting into the DRLs, pull-type door handles and cladding on the wheel arches and under the doors. Custom Vibe exterior packs for parts like the fog lamp and rear reflector surrounds and ORVM covers are no longer available either. These also included cladding for the doors along with a painted insert.
Just three monotone exterior shades are on offer - Polar White, Perla Nera Black (new) and Cosmo Blue - while dual tone shades are no longer available. Platinum Grey and Steel Grey paint options have been dropped as well. Refer to the table above to know the variant-wise colours on offer.
2026 Citroen eC3 X vs old model: Interior and features
As for the interior, the eC3 X's dashboard layout is similar to the eC3, though it opts for a new blue-and-beige dual-tone colour theme. Even the dotted pattern on its left side has been smoothened out for a cleaner look. The seats now have leatherette upholstery in the top variant, which is a notable upgrade to the fabric one previously on offer.
A multi-colour TFT driver's display measuring 7 inches also replaces the basic black-and-white instrument panel of the eC3. Another welcome change is the electrically adjustable ORVM controls. A wireless charger and auto-dimming interior rear view mirror (IRVM) have been added as well. Citroen is also offering a 6-speaker JBL setup and dashcam as optional accessories, both of which were not available before. The EV continues with a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, manual AC, a rear wiper and a rear parking camera.
Safety and warranty
Six airbags have finally been introduced on the EV, though they are limited to the top Shine trim, while the rest are equipped with 4 airbags; the older eC3 was sold with just two airbags across variants. The battery pack is covered for 7 years/ 1.4 lakh kilometres, while the electric motor gets a warranty of 5 years/ 1 lakh kilometres, whichever comes first. Note that these battery and motor warranty durations are applicable only for private buyers. For commercial use, the warranty is limited to 3 years/ 1.25 lakh kilometres, whichever comes earlier. However, the standard vehicle warranty of 3 years/1.25 lakh kilometres is applicable for all.
2026 Citroen eC3 X vs old model: Range and battery specs
The carmaker claims a 325km range on the modified Indian driving cycle (MIDC) for the eC3 X, which is 79km more than the outgoing version. Apart from that, the electric hatchback continues to use a 29.2kWh battery pack, paired with a 57hp, 143Nm motor powering the front wheels. Even the 0-60kph sprint time of 6.8 seconds and 107kph top speed are identical to the old car. Similarly, a 3.3kW AC charger can recharge the lithium-ion battery pack from 10 to 100 percent in 10.3 hours, while a DC unit takes 57 minutes for a 10 to 80 percent charge.
2026 Citroen eC3 X vs old model: Price
At the time of writing, Citroen has revealed the price for just the base Live variant - Rs 10.25 lakh, ex-showroom, which is Rs 1.74 lakh lower than the outgoing one. To make the deal even more appealing, Citroen is offering a battery-as-a-service (BaaS) scheme, which reduces the car's upfront cost to Rs 6.29 lakh while charging a battery rental fee of Rs 2.26 per kilometre.
Dipan Sur
Saptarshi Mondal
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